CHÂTEAU LE DOYENNÉ - Côtes de Bordeaux - France

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BO169
Vintage: 2015

CHATEAU LE DOYENNE - Cotes De Bordeaux - France

Dark ruby, purple colour. Liqueur-like aromas of cherry and coffee. Fat, sweet and pliant, with a layered texture. Finishes with dusty, ripe tannins and a distinctly round expression.

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Country FRANCE Region Bordeaux, Côtes de Bordeaux Grape Varietal Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot

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Description

Dark ruby, purple colour. Liqueur-like aromas of cherry and coffee. Fat, sweet and pliant, with a layered texture. Finishes with dusty, ripe tannins and a distinctly round expression. Vintage in image may vary. Refer to wine facts for current vintage.

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Awards

Wine Enthusiast 90 Points

American wine and lifestyle magazine that offers wine industry news, educational articles and wine ratings. One of the top 3 wine magazines in the USA.

James Suckling 90 Points

As one of the most famous American wine critics and journalists, James Suckling is among the leading experts on wines and was a former editor for Wine Spectator. He now conducts his own personal reviews online and conferences

Critique Review

"Aromas of ripe plums, cherries, and flowers follow through to a full body, round tannins and a fresh finish. Soft and friendly. Drink or hold."

James Suckling

"Dense young tannins and 18 months in oak dominate the wine, promising a rich future. The fruit weight is all there, ripe blackberry flavors that will come through over the next months. Marie- Dominique and Jean Watrin have been the owners since 1994. Drink this concentrated wine from 2019."

Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast

Wine Facts

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Product Type Red Wine
Grape Varietal Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
Vintage 2015
Region Bordeaux, Côtes de Bordeaux
Country FRANCE
Winemakers Michel Rolland
Producer Dominique Watrin
Average age of vines 25 years old
Production method 50,000 bottles
Harvest method Harvesting by hand
Fermentation & maceration Fermention by controlled temperature 26° C, maceration during one month at 30°C
Aging 16 months in air-conditioned cellar
Alcohol 14%
Nose Attribute Fruity, Toasted
SKU BO169

Vineyard Info

The oldest town archives carry a record of the existence of Château Le Doyenné as early as 1791. In the past, it was known as “one of the best crus of the commune” (Feret Editions, 1858). In 1994, Marie-Dominique et Jean Watrin, captivated by the charm of this hillside estate overlooking the Garonne, bought it and launched a complete restructuring of the vineyard and renovation of the winery. The vineyard has a total area of 8 uninterrupted hectares, covering gravel plateaux and clay and limestone hillsides. The 11 plots all benefit from meticulous monitoring. The vine are 30 years old on average, with a planting density of 5.500 vines per hectare. The 13 hectares of the estate, located on the right bank of the Garonne 15 km from Bordeaux, are in the heart of the “Premières Côtes de Bordeaux” appellation. The proximity of the river plays an essential part in the climatic balance necessary for vine growing. The south-south-west exposure ensures a maximum amount of sunshine.

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Description

Dark ruby, purple colour. Liqueur-like aromas of cherry and coffee. Fat, sweet and pliant, with a layered texture. Finishes with dusty, ripe tannins and a distinctly round expression. Vintage in image may vary. Refer to wine facts for current vintage.

Awards

Wine Enthusiast 90 Points

American wine and lifestyle magazine that offers wine industry news, educational articles and wine ratings. One of the top 3 wine magazines in the USA.

James Suckling 90 Points

As one of the most famous American wine critics and journalists, James Suckling is among the leading experts on wines and was a former editor for Wine Spectator. He now conducts his own personal reviews online and conferences

Critique Review

"Aromas of ripe plums, cherries, and flowers follow through to a full body, round tannins and a fresh finish. Soft and friendly. Drink or hold."

James Suckling

"Dense young tannins and 18 months in oak dominate the wine, promising a rich future. The fruit weight is all there, ripe blackberry flavors that will come through over the next months. Marie- Dominique and Jean Watrin have been the owners since 1994. Drink this concentrated wine from 2019."

Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast
More Information
Product Type Red Wine
Grape Varietal Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
Vintage 2015
Region Bordeaux, Côtes de Bordeaux
Country FRANCE
Winemakers Michel Rolland
Producer Dominique Watrin
Average age of vines 25 years old
Production method 50,000 bottles
Harvest method Harvesting by hand
Fermentation & maceration Fermention by controlled temperature 26° C, maceration during one month at 30°C
Aging 16 months in air-conditioned cellar
Alcohol 14%
Nose Attribute Fruity, Toasted
SKU BO169

The oldest town archives carry a record of the existence of Château Le Doyenné as early as 1791. In the past, it was known as “one of the best crus of the commune” (Feret Editions, 1858). In 1994, Marie-Dominique et Jean Watrin, captivated by the charm of this hillside estate overlooking the Garonne, bought it and launched a complete restructuring of the vineyard and renovation of the winery. The vineyard has a total area of 8 uninterrupted hectares, covering gravel plateaux and clay and limestone hillsides. The 11 plots all benefit from meticulous monitoring. The vine are 30 years old on average, with a planting density of 5.500 vines per hectare. The 13 hectares of the estate, located on the right bank of the Garonne 15 km from Bordeaux, are in the heart of the “Premières Côtes de Bordeaux” appellation. The proximity of the river plays an essential part in the climatic balance necessary for vine growing. The south-south-west exposure ensures a maximum amount of sunshine.

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